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Heavy rain lashes several parts of Kerala, red alert sounded at Idamalayar dam in Ernakulam

Heavy rains lashed several parts of Kerala leading to copious inflows into reservoirs and sounding of a red alert at Idamalayar dam in Ernakulam district.

Idukki Dam alert: With water level almost at capacity, government says no need to panic; 2 more dead in rain-related incidents

The government machinery in Kerala continued to be on alert with the water level in the Idukki dam inching towards the maximum, even as rain lashed many parts of the state, claiming two lives on Tuesday.

Kerala government puts army, navy, air force and coast guard on alert as Idukki dam nears full level, touches 2394.72 feet

The Kerala government has put the army, navy, air force and coast guard on alert to meet any eventuality in case water from the Idukki dam is released.

Kerala stares at worst drought in 115 years: State may impose water rationing system

It is the worst drought to have hit the state in 115 years. If the forecast of the State Meteorological Department is read along with the reports coming from the groundwater authorities, Kerala is on the verge of a crisis of unprecedented proportions.